Albertsons Announces $750M Share Buyback Agreement

Albertsons Companies ( (ACI) ) has provided an update.

On October 14, 2025, Albertsons Companies announced an accelerated share repurchase agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank to buy back $750 million of its common stock, as part of a broader share repurchase program increased to $2.75 billion. This move, reflecting confidence in the company’s valuation and strategy, is expected to enhance shareholder value by repurchasing approximately 8% of its outstanding shares, with completion anticipated by the first quarter of 2026.

The most recent analyst rating on (ACI) stock is a Hold with a $20.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Albertsons Companies stock, see the ACI Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on ACI Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, ACI is a Neutral.

Albertsons’ stock score is driven by solid financial performance and attractive valuation, despite technical indicators suggesting limited short-term momentum. The positive outlook from the earnings call, focusing on digital growth and strategic initiatives, supports a favorable long-term perspective.

To see Spark’s full report on ACI stock, click here.

More about Albertsons Companies

Albertsons Companies is a leading food and drug retailer in the United States, operating 2,257 retail stores with 1,720 in-store pharmacies, 405 associated fuel centers, 22 distribution centers, and 19 manufacturing facilities across 35 states and the District of Columbia under 22 well-known banners. The company is committed to community support, contributing over $435 million in food and financial aid in 2024.

Average Trading Volume: 6,487,129

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: $9.49B

For an in-depth examination of ACI stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.